How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a flight costs an average of $127.

Distance: 371 miles (598 km)

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Driving

$144

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$170

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$66

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$162

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(fuel + tolls)

8h 14m

Average total duration

7h 44m

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6h 39m

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3h 39m

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10h 3m

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9h 33m

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7h 37m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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1.8 - 3.6kg

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0.6 - 1.5kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $66 (€53).

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna:

A bus is $77 (€62) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna costing on average $144 (€116).

A bus is $104 (€84) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna costing on average $170 (€137).

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 39m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 44m.

Bus takes on average 9h 33m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna among Omio's users.

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from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna

How to get from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 629 · EC 1219
    2:41 PM8h06
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    10:47 PMVienna Hbf
    $621One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 629 · EC 1219
    2:41 PM8h06
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    10:47 PMVienna Hbf
    $621One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Austrian AirlinesOS220
    9:45 PM1h20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    11:05 PMVienna International Airport
    $1921One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 211 · RJX 19917
    12:11 PM8h21
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    8:32 PMVienna Hbf
    $701One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 699 · ICE 1211 · RJX 19975
    2:46 AM9h46
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    12:32 PMVienna
    $701One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 699 · ICE 1211
    2:46 AM10h01
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    12:47 PMVienna
    $701One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:50 AM11h00
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    3:50 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $681One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:50 AM10h05
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    11:55 AMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $721One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:20 AM11h30
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    3:50 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $731One-way
    0 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesOS202
    9:20 AM1h25
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:45 AMVienna International Airport
    $1531One-way
    0 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesOS200
    8:20 AM1h25
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    9:45 AMVienna International Airport
    $1591One-way
    0 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesOS204
    10:20 AM1h25
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    11:45 AMVienna International Airport
    $1921One-way
    0 transfers

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Travel from Frankfurt to Vienna: Journey Details

Traveling between Frankfurt and Vienna is simple, and you can choose from trains, buses and flights. Flying is far quicker, taking approximately 4 hours from door to door with 1.5 hours in the air. Trains are comfortable and only take around 6.5 hours to arrive in the Austrian capital. Buses present an economy option, while car pooling services like Bla Bla Car also travel from Frankfurt to Vienna.

Return trips from Vienna to Frankfurt are also available.

How to get from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna, 94,24% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna

Travel to Vienna easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $66 (€53).

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna:

A bus is $77 (€62) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna costing on average $144 (€116).

A bus is $104 (€84) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna costing on average $170 (€137).

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 39m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 44m.

Bus takes on average 9h 33m.

The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna is approximately 371 miles (598 km).
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna is:
  • Around 67 flights per day.
  • Around 20 buses per day.
  • Around 15 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Frankfurt am Main and Vienna as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, Westbahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, agilis, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Vienna by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Vienna by bus.
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Condor Flugdienst, KLM, Air France, Air Serbia, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Croatia Airlines to go to Vienna by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB.
  • 10 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar.
  • 14 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Condor Flugdienst, Lufthansa Cityline.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna often also extend their vacation to go to Budapest, Prague, Bratislava, Salzburg, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Vienna and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Vienna to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Vienna, you can explore the Prater for amusement rides and the iconic Wiener Riesenrad Ferris wheel, visit the Naschmarkt for international foods and local specialties, enjoy a scenic Danube River Cruise, and witness classical equestrian performances at the Spanish Riding School. For nature enthusiasts, the Vienna Woods offer picturesque hiking trails. Notable sights include the Schönbrunn Palace with its extensive gardens, the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace with its impressive art collection, the historic Hofburg Palace, and the renowned Vienna State Opera.
Three to four days are ideal to explore Vienna's major attractions, including Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace, and the city’s vibrant cultural scene.
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